The following state and local issues policy statements have been adopted by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) Board of Directors. All policy statements have been put forth, reviewed and approved by REALTOR® members serving on the State and Local Issues Policy Committee. Questions? Contact Drew Myers. Assessment Practices The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) urges state associations to promote legislation providing for tax assessment of all real property and all forms of shelter on an equitable basis based on fair market value. Adopted, 1997. Reaffirmed, 2019. Brownfields and Local Tax Incentives The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) believes it is...
REALTOR Party News – February 2023
Business Insider published an article last week with a provocative title: “The housing shortage is the root of all of America’s problems.” NAR has been shouting this from the rooftops for several years and advocating for solutions that can turn the tide. To make lasting change, we must ensure our policy positions, leadership, and programming include diverse voices and perspectives. Read more about the resources available to your association through NAR and the REALTOR® Party to advance these efforts.
REALTOR Party News – September 2021
New Year New Resolve, By The Numbers, Success Stories, and More
Maine Association Facilitates Smart Growth for Once-thriving Mill Town
To help the once-prosperous mill town of Sanford envision a future with walkable affordable housing and fresh economic contributors, the Maine Association of REALTORS® used a Smart Growth Action Grant to support a three-day charrette, in which all stakeholders had an opportunity to contribute ideas to a new downtown development.
REALTOR Party News – May 2021
New Year New Resolve, By The Numbers, Success Stories, and More
REALTOR Party News – February 2020
New Year New Resolve, By The Numbers, Success Stories, and More
GADFly Newsletter – March 2020
In This Issue… COVID-19 Information Advocacy Resources RPAC News NAR Economic Outlook COVID-19 Information COVID-19 Advocacy FAQ NAR’s Federal Advocacy team has been working closely with Congress and the Administration to ensure the interests of REALTORS® and their clients are protected in any federal action in response to COVID-19, in addition to minimizing transaction disruptions during these very difficult circumstances. As the actions out of Washington evolve daily, below are a number of Q&As to address the ongoing fixes being proposed and implemented in response to the pandemic. Congress has passed an $8 billion stimulus package providing emergency funding to...
GADFly Newsletter – April 2021
Special Announcement(s) Mid-Year Meetings If you have not done so already, please register for the Mid-Year meetings so that you can attend the GAD General Business Meeting on May 11th from 10:00 to 12:00 Central. Breakout Sessions will be hosted for 90 minutes from 12:00 – 1:30 Central Links to Breakout Session registration: You MUST be registered to participate in the breakout sessions. Click on a link below to register for the breakout session of your jurisdiction. You will be sent a link to join the meeting after registering. State GAD Breakout Session Local GAD Breakout Session Beyond Fair Housing...
GADFly Newsletter – September 2020
In This Issue… Dates & Deadlines Advocacy News National Flood Insurance Program Update NAR’s Economic Outlook Dates & Deadlines Sept. 25: AEI Year-Round Session “Virtual Hang Out: Catching Up with Your Peers”,11:00 AM CDT/ 12:00 PM EDT Pop Quiz: What’s the number one item association professional staff miss about gathering for meetings? Networking with peers! You asked for it, and we are bringing it to you, virtually! Based on YOUR survey suggestions, we are dedicating an entire session to several small, facilitated breakouts on the topics you rated highest in the recent AE Professional Development Survey. Think ‘tips for tough...